Welding Instructor

Are you an experienced Welder/Fabricator looking for a new and exciting challenge? Are you seen as the "Go To" when your coworkers, family, or friends have questions regarding anything marine? Have you ever thought about training the next generation of Technician. Jones Technical Institute might have an amazing opportunity for you to become a Technical Instructor.

Never taught? No problem! If you have the drive, patience, and skills we'll train you! Why not take the next step to make that happen for the next generation of technicians. Nothing is more rewarding than seeing the student you taught succeed, knowing you were the one that made it happen!

Position Overview:

As a Technical Instructor, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the minds and skills of our students. Your expertise in gasoline and diesel engines, diagnostics, and repair will be the guiding light that leads them to a promising career in many different industries. We believe that hands-on learning is the key to success, so get ready to dive into the world of interactive teaching and inspire the next generation to conquer the challenges of modern marine technology.

What We Offer:

• $25 - $29 per hour base salary
• Night Compensation incentives
• Weekends OFF
• Paid Training
• Discounted Tuition for you AND your Immediate Family
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Ins/STD & LTD Ins
• 401K with employer sponsored matching
• Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
• Robust Paid Time Off Schedule

Responsibilities:

• Inspire and Educate: Create an engaging and inclusive learning environment where students can flourish, fostering their passion for welding while imparting your expert knowledge.
• Hands-On Training: Lead by example and provide practical demonstrations, ensuring students gain real-world experience.
• Curriculum Development: Collaborate with our education team to enhance existing courses and develop new ones that align with industry trends and advancements.
• Mentorship: Guide and mentor students on their individual projects, encouraging them to think critically and find innovative solutions.
• Safety First: Instill the importance of safety procedures and best practices to ensure a secure working environment for students.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or GED
• Experience: 3 years of practical work experience in the field
• Communication Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to effectively connect with students and fellow staff
• Patience and Empathy: A patient and empathetic approach to teaching, understanding that every student learns at their own pace

About Us:

Compass Rose Foundation (CRF) is an 80-year-old Florida chartered non-profit organization that fulfills its mission by governing post secondary institutions. Steeped in the management of career-oriented institutions, its current charge is the development of trade and technical schools. Under this endeavor, CRF has one institution within its auspice of control. Jones Technical Institute (J-Tech), located in Jacksonville offers programs in Automotive, Diesel, Marine & RV Technology as well as HVAC-R and Commercial Truck Driving, Welding and soon to be Network Administration and Security.

J-Tech, founded in 2013, is located on the south side of Jacksonville. Our campus is comprised of 28 acres and 168,000 square feet. Since its founding, our Automotive and Diesel programs have produced over 1500 graduates while its Commercial Truck Driving program has assisted almost thousands of graduates obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License. We encourage you to review each of the following websites to learn more about who we are:

• www. compassrosefoundation.org
• www.jtech.org

We care about making a change in the lives of our employees and our students. We’re on a mission to expand our reach and increase our impact, one life at a time and that starts with yours...Come and be a part of our legacy!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Contract

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.